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John, Lexi, and Whitney are back with a jam-packed "Notice Board" episode, and the clear theme of the week is: the ladies are absolutely killing it! 👑🔥
Here’s a quick recap of what’s happening in the sailing world right now:
🏆 Regatta Results & Highlights
• Opti Team Trials (Fair Hope, AL): Massive congratulations to Audrey Rashelle for taking 1st...🎙️ New Episode Alert: The American Sailor Podcast! ⛵
John, Lexi, and Whitney are back with a jam-packed "Notice Board" episode, and the clear theme of the week is: the ladies are absolutely killing it! 👑🔥
Here’s a quick recap of what’s happening in the sailing world right now:
🏆 Regatta Results & Highlights
• Opti Team Trials (Fair Hope, AL): Massive congratulations to Audrey Rashelle for taking 1st overall! She is only the third female sailor in the history of the event to win it.
• French Olympic Week (Hyères): Charlotte Rose dominated the ILCA 6 fleet to secure the win! Plus, a strong showing for the US 49er squad with Nevin Snow/Ian McDermid finishing 4th and Andrew Miller/Trevor Bourne taking 5th.
• ICSA Team Race Nationals: Stanford captured the Women's Team Race National Championship for the third year in a row, while Harvard went back-to-back to secure the Open Team Race title!
📅 Upcoming Events & Announcements
• 2026 US Junior Women's Championships: The double-handed Ida Lewis Regatta kicks off June 29 in Redwood City, CA, followed by the single-handed Leiter Trophy on July 27 in Corpus Christi, TX. These events are fully coached by US Sailing—register ASAP!
• US Multihull Championship: The Hobie Alter Cup is happening this weekend at Columbia Sailing Club (SC) in Weta Trimarans.
• Free SailFlow Pro Weekend: Thanks to US Sailing partner SailFlow, enjoy free Pro & Plus level access worldwide this weekend!
• Level 1 Instructor Certification: We are in peak certification season with around 150 courses running nationwide over a 6-week span. Get certified and get teaching!
• NSPS 2027: Mark your calendars for January 20–23, 2027, for the National Sailing Program Symposium in Fort Myers, FL. Look out for the presenter proposal forms dropping soon for discounted tickets!
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Drop your thoughts on this week's action in the comments below, and don't forget to go back and listen to last week's incredible interview with Sir Russell Coutts if you missed it! 👇
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Ep. 22 Notice Board: The ladies are killing it 💪

From Opti Team Trials to French Olympic Week to College Nationals, female athletes led the way this week. Tune in for the latest news and commentary from American Sailor.

Check out the latest episode of the American Sailor Podcast, where the Pod Squad sits down with college sailing standout and Rolex Yachtsman of the Year nominee, Justin Callahan! ⛵️🎙️
Currently on spring break in Charleston, Justin dives into his incredible 2025 season—which included four national championships across team racing, match racing, and college sailing—and shares what’s next as he...Check out the latest episode of the American Sailor Podcast, where the Pod Squad sits down with college sailing standout and Rolex Yachtsman of the Year nominee, Justin Callahan! ⛵️🎙️
Currently on spring break in Charleston, Justin dives into his incredible 2025 season—which included four national championships across team racing, match racing, and college sailing—and shares what’s next as he kicks off his 470 Olympic campaign.
Key Highlights:
• The "Trifecta" of Team Racing: Justin discusses winning the Wilson, the Hinman, and College Nationals all in one year.
• Cross-Training Success: How skills from match racing and fleet racing translate to the college starting line.
• The Growth of the Sport: Why the new selection committee process is making college nationals more competitive and "good TV" for fans.
• A Lifelong Community: Reflecting on the 15-year friendships built from Optis through the collegiate level.
What’s Next for Justin?
After graduation, Justin is heading straight to Japan for the 470 World Championships this August as he sets his sights on international podiums.
Listen to the full episode for "inside baseball" on the college circuit and tips on how to keep consuming sailing knowledge like a pro! 🎧
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Ep. 18: Crushing it in College Sailing with...

In this week's episode, guest host, Justin Callahan talks about what it means to be a 2025 Rolex Yachtsman of the Year Finalist, where's he's at for spring break and all things college sailing!

⚓ The Gang’s All Here!
The American Sailor Podcast is Back!
After "many moons" out in the wild, Lexi Pline has officially returned to the pod! She joins John Pierce and Whitney Kent to catch us up on a whirlwind month of sailing news, from the turquoise waters of Bermuda to the high-stakes world of Olympic formatting.
🏆 Regatta Recap & World Tours
• Bermuda Gold Cup: A double-win for Sweden!...⚓ The Gang’s All Here!
The American Sailor Podcast is Back!
After "many moons" out in the wild, Lexi Pline has officially returned to the pod! She joins John Pierce and Whitney Kent to catch us up on a whirlwind month of sailing news, from the turquoise waters of Bermuda to the high-stakes world of Olympic formatting.
🏆 Regatta Recap & World Tours
• Bermuda Gold Cup: A double-win for Sweden! Yanni Bernson took the Open title, while Anna Östling and her Wing Sailing Team dominated the Women’s event.
• World Match Racing Tour Final: Keep an eye on the final in China this January. Representing the US are world #1 Chris Pool and college standout Christian Prendergast.
• Multihull Championship: 85 boats took over Corpus Christi for a high-energy "party on the water" featuring Hobie Waves, line dancing, and some serious Texas Hold'em.
📈 US Sailing News
• Stakeholder & Foundation Summits: Whitney gave us the inside scoop on the recent gatherings in Bristol and Annapolis. Central themes included the vital role of community sailing and the power of philanthropy in growing the sport.
• The New Strategic Plan: US Sailing’s roadmap for the coming years is finalized and dropping publicly very soon!
⛵️ The Future of the Olympics (LA 2028)
• World Sailing is testing new formats for the 2028 Games to make racing more "made-for-TV." Expect shorter, 4-day regattas and high-stakes "knockout" finals designed to ensure the winner of the last race takes the Gold.
🎓 Scholastic Standouts
• College: Huge congrats to Harvard for dominating the Match Racing Nationals and the Open Single-handed Nationals (shoutout to Robbie Meek!). Cornell’s Gilda Dondona took home the Women’s Single-handed title.
• High School: Severn School put on a clinic at the Atlantic Coast Champs, winning by a massive 50 points!
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📣 WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU!
We’re prepping a special year-end holiday episode. Send your questions, topics, or "mailbag" suggestions to americansailor@ussailing.org. Pro tip: Include your mailing address—John might just send a little something your way!
Listen to the full episode now! 🎧
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Ep 13: The Return of the Notice Board

The crew is back! Catch up on the latest in the sailing world as Lexi reveals where she’s been adventuring, Whitney recaps the Stakeholder & Foundation Summit, and JP brings you inside the Thanksgiving Youth Camp.

Sailors, catch up on the latest from the American Sailor Podcast!
⛵️🎙️In this "Notice Board" episode, hosts John Pierce, Whitney Kent, and Janelle Martin are joined by guest host and sailing legend Andrew Campbell!
Andrew brings his expertise as a 2008 Olympian, three-time America’s Cup competitor with American Magic, and current member of the SailGP USA team.
Here’s what’s inside the...Sailors, catch up on the latest from the American Sailor Podcast!
⛵️🎙️In this "Notice Board" episode, hosts John Pierce, Whitney Kent, and Janelle Martin are joined by guest host and sailing legend Andrew Campbell!
Andrew brings his expertise as a 2008 Olympian, three-time America’s Cup competitor with American Magic, and current member of the SailGP USA team.
Here’s what’s inside the episode:College Sailing Corner: A deep dive into the "Year of the Hoya" (2006) and Andrew’s decorated college career.
They also cover current results, including Harvard's win at the Open Atlantic Coast Championship and Stanford's victory in the Women's event.
Championship News: Updates on recent and upcoming events, including the J/70 Worlds in Buenos Aires (huge congrats to winner Laura Grondin!), the J/22 North Americans, and the Kennedy Cup.
SailGP Buzz: Andrew shares insights on the upcoming season finale in Abu Dhabi and the "Turkey legs on the foils" plan for Thanksgiving training.
Pro Tips: The "Say Yes to Sailing" philosophy—why the best way to learn is simply to get out on the water, no matter the boat or format.
Notable Shoutouts:Justin Callahan (Harvard) for winning his division at ACCs four years in a row!Vanessa Lahrkamp (Stanford) for her incredible dominance in both open and women’s circuits.
🎧 Listen now to get the full download on the industry news, regatta results, and sailing stories you don't want to miss.
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Ep. 11 Notice Board: Guest Host Andrew Campbell...

In this week’s episode, the crew is joined by guest host and sailing rockstar Andrew Campbell, chatting about youth sailing, college sailing, Olympics, America's Cup, SailGP and much more.